
“Mom, it’s so hot in
here.”
“Ugh, I can’t sleep! I’m sticky and sweaty!”
“I feel like I’m going to pass out in there: can I just sleep on
the couch?”
Although these are phrases that we never want to hear, such
complaints are certainly warranted if your child can’t get comfortable in their
bedrooms. Don’t assume that such nagging is simply a result of your children
trying to be difficult.
After all, consider the long-term impact of your child’s inability
to get comfortable in their own space such as…
· Feelings of isolation and loneliness: if they don’t have their own
spot in the house that feels like “theirs,” your child could lash out as a
result
· Potential health concerns: after all, sleeping in a hot room could
aggravate existing breathing problems or result in overheating
Granted that there isn’t an existing problem with your air
conditioner, there are likely other culprits keeping your child from getting
comfortable that you can easily take care of. Consider the following five
strategies to cooling down any given room without dealing with an AC nightmare.
Make Sure There’s Shade
Especially if your child’s bedroom faces direct sunlight day after
day, there’s a good chance that your windows are the main offender when it
comes to heat. As a result, you need to make sure that some sort of shading solution is keeping heat out of the room instead of lingering. If your current cheap
curtains or blinds aren’t cutting it, consider instead investing in solar shades to give your child an extra
layer of protection from the sun.
Fan Up
While this may seem like a no-brainer, some climates simply
warrant fans year-round to circulate air in any given room. Especially if
you’re living in the southeast or somewhere like Houston or Orlando where
seasons hardly exist, expect to have some
sort of fan running during bedtime beyond your ceiling fan. From bed-side fans
to bigger tower fans, there are plenty of budget options out there from big box
stores.
Rethink Your Kids’ Sheets
Lightweight, light-colored and cotton should be the name of the
game when it comes to your kids’ bedding. On the flip side, any dark
solid-colored patterns or polyester sheets need to be tossed in lieu of
something softer that won’t hang onto heat.
Turn Down the Lights
If your child’s room is filled with lamps and light fixtures,
consider either softer bulbs or relying
on natural light. Although something such as a desk lamp isn’t going to raise
the temperature in your child’s room, you should encourage your child to keep any and all lights off when they aren’t present just to be safe.
Invest in a Smarter Thermostat
There’s a chance that you might just be a bit stingy when it comes
to the AC, which is totally fine for those looking to save a buck. However, it
might be worthwhile to look into a smart thermostat such as the ever-so-popular
Nest which effectively changes temperatures in your house based on your
preferences.
For example, it makes sense to leave the thermostat higher during
the day when nobody’s home; meanwhile, this allows you to cool things down
during nighttime. Putting these settings on autopilot is less of a headache for
you and saves you cash in the
long-run.
Don’t let your child succumb to discomfort because of a hot
bedroom. With these tips in mind, you can cool them off and keep them happy without breaking the bank.
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